Hospitalist

Job ID: ORD-226873-MD-MS

Hospitalist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Meridian, Mississippi

Posted Today Meridian, Mississippi Locum Tenens MD
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This job at a glance

  • Dates needed: 02/23/2027 - Ongoing
  • Shift type: Day Shift;Night Shift
  • Assignment type: Inpatient
  • Call required: No
  • Board certification required: Negotiable

Job description

About the facility

This acute care hospital operates 260 beds and provides comprehensive medical and surgical services to the surrounding communities. The facility features a closed ICU and maintains established clinical protocols and appropriate resources to support locum tenens clinicians across all assigned coverage periods. A collaborative healthcare environment supports quality, patient-centered care across a range of specialties.

About the facility location

The region offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of cultural and recreational attractions suited to varied interests. Outdoor recreation, community parks, and local arts and entertainment options are available throughout the area. Regional festivals, markets, and family-friendly activities provide year-round opportunities for engagement outside of work.

About the clinician's workday

Clinicians will provide inpatient hospitalist coverage during day or night shifts on a 7-on/7-off schedule, managing hospitalized patients across all age groups at a 260-bed facility with a closed ICU. Responsibilities include responding to codes and rapid response teams, working alongside a team of physicians and advanced practice providers, and documenting all patient encounters in Epic EMR. No procedures are required for this assignment. Prescriptive authority is required, and clinicians are expected to provide 7-10 shifts per month.

Additional job details
  • Case load/PPD: Variable
  • Support staff: Physicians and advanced practice providers
  • Patient population: All Ages
  • Location type: On-Site
  • Prescriptive authority required: Yes
  • Shift time(s): Day shift and night shift available; 7 on/7 off schedule; no call required
  • Procedures required: No procedures required
  • Certifications required: Board certification negotiable; prescriptive authority required
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